Optometrists are highly in demand because they can practice on their own or with other eye care professionals, or be engaged in research or teaching. The profession of optometry throws open interesting possibilities like:

• Correction of refractive errors of the eye and prescription of glasses.
• Designing and fitting of contact lenses, prosthetic eyes and low vision aids.
• Evaluation of the health status of the eye and referring patients to ophthalmologists at the right stage.
• Detection of eye diseases like cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy etc.
• Diagnosis and treatment of ocular malfunction.
• Practice public health optometry in schools, colleges, low income and rural areas.
• Practice occupational optometry in industries.
• Conduct optometric counseling for patients with poor sight, colour blindness, hereditary vision defects etc.
• Conduct vision rehabilitation and follow-up work of discharged patients.
• Participate in public education on ocular hygiene and provide counseling in nutritional related and environmental awareness.
• Pursue higher education in India and abroad.

1. General Anatomy, General Physiology.
2. Ocular Anatomy and Ocular Physiology.
3. Physical and Geometrical Optics.
4. Basic Biochemistry & Nutrition.
5. English.
6. Computer Science.
7. Principles of Lighting.

1. Ocular Diseases.
2. Visual Optics.
3. Optometric Instruments & Optometric Optics I.
4. Pathology, Microbiology and Pharmacology.
5. Clinical Examination of Visual System.
6. Clinics.

1. Optometric Optics II and Dispensing Optics.
2. Orthoptics.
3. Low Vision Aids and Contact Lens.
4. Paediatric Optometry and Geriatric Optometry.
5. Epidemiology and Biostatistics.
6. Community Optometry, Public Health and Occupational Optometry.
7. Clinics and Special Clinics.
8. Project and Paper Presentation.

Internship in Bejan Singh Eye Hospital branches as rotational postings under the guidance of senior ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Bejan Singh Institute of Ophthalmology is a premier institution located in Vettoornimadam, Nagercoil, dedicated to excellence in eye care education and training.

The institute was founded in the year 2011 by Dr. S.M. Bejan Singh.

Yes, we are affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, and the Christian Medical Association of India (CMAI).

We offer courses such as M. Optom (Master of Optometry), B. Optom (Bachelor of Optometry), Diploma in Optometry and Ophthalmic Technology, and Diploma in Vision Technology. 

The duration of the M. Optom program is 2 years, while the B. Optom program spans over 4 years.

Admission criteria may vary for each program but generally include a relevant educational background, qualifying marks in entrance exams, and an interview and/or counseling session.  

Yes, we offer scholarship programs for deserving candidates to support their education.

Graduates can pursue careers as optometrists in hospitals, clinics, and optical outlets, researchers in eye care institutions and pharmaceutical companies, faculty in optometry colleges, and consultant optometrists in private practice.

Information regarding admission procedures and application forms can be obtained from our official website or by contacting the institute directly.

For more information, inquiries, or assistance, please feel free to contact us through our website or visit our campus in Vettoornimadam, Nagercoil.